Category: Artist Development Programs
Providing resources and information about programs that support the development and growth of emerging music artists.
Kold Af Kaution EP Listening Event: A Night Of Red Hues And Musical Fusion
On September 12, 2024, the music scene at Silk Lagos was set ablaze with the vibrant and electric listening party for Kold’s latest EP, “Kold af Kaution.”
Attended by music lovers, industry executives, and media personalities, the event was not just a listening session but a celebration of passion, creativity, and community.
Kenyan Rapper Kuky Shares New Single with Visuals for “Baddie”
Kenya’s rising rapper Kuky drops a puissant new single, “Baddie,” a high-energy anthem that personifies fearlessness and readiness to conquer anything that comes your way. Born Salima Muigai, Kuky is a Kenyan female rapper, model and entrepreneur. Her sound and style have been recognized for their musical versatility and lyrical prowess, proving that rap is…
Music Custodian Hosts Inaugural Symposium and Soft Launch: A Resounding Success
On September 5th 2024, Music Custodian proudly hosted its first-ever soft launch event, featuring a thought-provoking symposium and a lively after-party that brought together industry leaders, artists, and creative minds from across the music industry. The symposium, held from 2:00 PM to 6 PM, covered critical discussions about the evolving relationship between music and technology,…
JOURNEY TO THE BAOBABs: PARTY YOUR WAY TO KILIFI’S PREMIER DANCE MUSIC FESTIVAL
Take a trip down memory lane as we delve into the highlights of the second edition of the Journey To The Baobabs festival, that took place in Kilifi, Kenya. The exclusive two-day festival made an exciting comeback to Kenya’s green Kilifi coast with a lineup we’re sure glad we didn’t miss, composed of some of…
ClayRocksU : Africa’s Rock Goddess Discusses Latest EP ‘Hate It Here’ In EXCLUSIVE Interview
Africa’s Rock Goddess ClayRocksU Discusses New EP ‘Hate It Here’ and Navigating the Music Industry as an Alternative Rock Artist in West Africa.
AFRICAN SONGS FEATURE ON 2024 BARACK OBAMA’S SUMMER PLAYLIST
Barack Obama’s 2024 Summer Playlist shines with a nod to both legends and rising stars among the 44 handpicked tracks, Bob Marley and The Wailers’ timeless anthem “Them Belly Full (But We Hungry)” (1974) sits alongside Tyla’s infectious “Jump,” featuring Gunna and Skillibeng, this annual playlist, now a beloved tradition, dropped on August 12, creating a ripple across the music world.
KENYAN AFRO-INDIE SINGER NJERAE SIGNS WITH UMG EA
Nairobi, 19th August 2024, Universal Music Group East Africa (UMG EA) announced the signing of prolific Kenyan singer, songwriter and producer Njerae into its roster of Kenyan acts.
JOURNEY TO THE BAOBABS’ RETURNS TO KILIFI FOR ITS 2ND EDITION ON THE LUSH NORTH COAST OF KENYA.
The festival returns to Kilifi for two days of pure bliss, celebrating African house music in a unique location, on the North Coast of Kenya on the 24th-25th August 2024
Emarshal’s Latest Hit ‘Money Stops Madness’: A Deep Dive into Its Creation and the Vision Behind the Music
As our latest cover artist for the Custodian Gems playlist, we delved into a rapid-fire Q&A with Emarshal to uncover the genesis of his new hit and his ambitious musical trajectory.
Top 5 Chart-Toppers from East and South Africa: The Hottest Hits of July
July has been a busy month for our African stars, with show-stopping performances around the world, new releases, appearances, and so much more.
The artists have worked tirelessly to meet our demands, and their hard work truly shows in what they put out.